Housekeeper (1st Shift)

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc.; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 29,952 - 36,608; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive health benefits

Paid annual and holiday leave

Generous tuition benefits

Retirement planning and savings options

Job summary

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc. is seeking a Housekeeper to maintain cleanliness at Virginia Commonwealth University (VCU). The role requires significant housekeeping experience and the ability to lift 75 pounds. Work involves routine cleaning and adherence to high industry standards.

Housekeepers will work 40 hours per week in a fully onsite arrangement, contributing to a diverse environment, and assisting with various cleaning tasks, including snow removal. Benefits include comprehensive health packages and training opportunities.

Qualifications

• Ability to kneel, stoop, bend over, climb, and walk for extended periods.
• Ability to read, hear, and follow spoken/written directions.
• Duties include snow and ice removal and special event support.

Responsibilities

• Maintain clean conditions in compliance with housekeeping standards.
• Work with University Facilities staff as part of a team.
• Perform regular shift cleaning and assigned special projects.

Skills

Significant housekeeping experience

Knowledge of standard housekeeping procedures

Ability to work in a diverse environment

Ability to lift and carry at least 75 pounds

Ability to work within established guidelines

Education

High school diploma or equivalency

Job description

Advertising Summary

The Housekeeper position represents the department with the University community and its visitors. They are expected to behave in a professional manner, keep informed of departmental and University policies, regulations, and guidelines pertaining to employment obligations including complying with attendance and clocking in and out on time.

Unit

Student Affairs (Vice Provost) MBU

Department

Student Commons

Department Summary

The Commons serves as the heart of the VCU community, fostering student growth and learning by:

• Cultivating leadership skills and social responsibility through hands‑on experiences and workshops.
• Championing inclusivity and equity, promoting respect, and affirming diverse identities.
• Providing dynamic gathering spaces that encourage meaningful connections within the VCU community.
• Operating as a student‑focused organization that emphasizes shared decision‑making and holistic development through employment and involvement.
• Through programs, events, student organizations, and shared spaces, The Commons enriches the VCU experience, leaving a lasting impact beyond graduation.

Duties & Responsibilities

The Housekeeper position represents the department with the University community and its visitors. They are expected to behave in a professional manner, keep informed of departmental and University policies, regulations, and guidelines pertaining to employment obligations including complying with attendance and clocking in and out on time, work with other University Facilities staff as part of a team, be flexible with schedule to accommodate emergency situations such as staffing shortages and snow removal. Perform as a member of the University Student Commons (USC) housekeeping staff, performing regular shift cleaning and special projects as may be assigned. Ensure each day that the University Student Commons (USC) and surrounding outside areas are maintained in clean condition in compliance with USC Housekeeping Performance Standards (“Standards”) and the highest industry standards through individual work and contributing efforts as part of the overall housekeeping team.

Minimum Qualifications

Demonstrated ability to work in and foster an environment of respect, professionalism and civility with a population of faculty, staff, and students from all backgrounds and experiences, or a commitment to do so as a staff member at VCU.

• Significant housekeeping experience.
• Knowledge of standard housekeeping procedures and other housekeeping equipment.
• Ability to work within established guidelines (independently and as part of a team).
• Ability to read, hear and follow spoken/written directions, instructions and schedules, and fill out reports with written descriptions of work completion.
• Ability to lift and carry at least 75 pounds routinely.
• Ability to kneel, stoop, bend over, climb, and walk for extended periods as required to perform work assignments.
• Ability to work in a diverse environment.
• Duties include, but are not limited to snow and ice removal, clean up associated with water or fire damage and special event support.
• Ability to clean up to 28,000-35,000 square feet of cleanable space per eight hour work day, 7:00 a.m. – 3:30 p.m, 40 hours per week.
• Ability to work rotating weekends required.

Preferred Qualifications

• A high school diploma or high school equivalency preferred.
• One year of custodial work experience is preferred.
• Requires a basic knowledge of English including the ability to read, write and speak English with understanding in order to read and understand product label instructions and university policies and procedures.
• Must be able to relate custodial and maintenance problems clearly to the supervisor and/or the Work Management Center.
• Will be required to complete a training program in building cleaning.

Salary Range

$33,280

Benefits

All full-time university staff are eligible for VCU’s robust benefits package that includes comprehensive health benefits, paid annual and holiday leave, generous tuition benefits, retirement planning and savings options, tax‑deferred annuity and cash match programs, employee discounts, well‑being resources, abundant opportunities for career development and advancement, and more.

FLSA Exmission Status

Non-Exempt

Hours per Week

40

Flexible Work Arrangement

Fully Onsite